Looking ahead

Looking ahead we seek to expand our food storage and transportation capacity to meet rising demand in Greene County and surrounding areas, where we currently provide nutritious food to an average of 1,436 people each month.

 Our next Goals:

1. Expand our pantry’s capacity to provide fresh, nutritious food year-round to families who depend on our services

2. Increase Efficiency in Food Distribution Operations

3. Enhance Safety for Volunteers, Staff, and Neighbors

4. Improve winter distribution conditions

• Refrigerated truck → $55,000 (We have applied for a major grant to try and cover most of this investment. If we receive this grant a small gap of 5,000 remains).
• Insulated shed for food storage → $6,900.
• Regular shed for equipment storage → $5,050.
• Electric pallet jack → $2,700.
• Road safety equipment → $2,000.
• Additional equipment- folding tables → $840.
• Canopy for winter operation arena → $3800
• Electric outlets for winder heaters → $600

Total Project Cost: $ 76,490

Remaining Gap to Fill: $26,490 (after grant approval).

• Increased potential of 2,300 + individuals per month will gain reliable access to fresh food.
• 30% increase in perishable food distribution capacity.
• 60% increase in total food distribution capacity.
• Safer, more efficient operations for staff, volunteers, and families.

By contributing to this project, you can play a pivotal role in expanding food distribution capacity ensuring no family is turned away and every household has access to the fresh, healthy food they deserve.